EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid).
Also known as: disodium EDTA, tetrasodium EDTA, calcium disodium EDTA, edetate disodium, edetic acid
A chelating agent used in cosmetics to bind metal ions that would otherwise degrade the product or reduce preservative effectiveness.
Global status.
How edta (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) is regulated in cosmetics around the world.
9% of countries with data ban or restrict this ingredient
Details
Disodium EDTA permitted with limits under MHLW.
The reason brands include it.
Binds metal ions (calcium, magnesium, iron) that can destabilize formulations, reduce preservative efficacy, or cause discoloration. Improves product shelf life and stability.
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EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid) in product types.
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Common alternatives.
What Numbrrrz uses
Numbrrrz does not use edta (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid). Every tube is organic coconut oil, organic beeswax, organic jojoba oil and vitamin E, plus organic essential oils or flavoring in the scented versions.